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DF05 EVB

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,173 mi
Last recorded108,173 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 EVB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 108,173 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 99,012 miles

Nearside Rear reflector damaged slightly

Offside Front Upper engine mounting showing deterioration

Fail 25 Jan 2019 99,011 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector damaged slightly

Offside Front Upper engine mounting showing deterioration

Pass 11 Jan 2018 92,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in tread area. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also bald on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak gearbox area. ()

front brake discs corroded/pitted

Pass 20 Jan 2017 88,063 miles

Handbrake efficiency 17% .may need attention

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread torn but not showing cord

Offside Front Diff oil seal leaking

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 83,985 miles

Nearside Rear tear in tread area

Pass 22 Jan 2015 79,372 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 75,971 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 75,971 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 72,983 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 72,983 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 69,232 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 59,304 miles

Both front discs ridged

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 47,275 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 33,164 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 24,508 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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DF05 EVB is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 74,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF05 EVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF05 EVB registered?

DF05 EVB is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is DF05 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 EVB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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